Ireland is fully aware of the significant negative impact that direct provision is having on a large number of families and individuals.

The direct provision complaints system lacks any independent oversight. This must be remedied as a matter of urgency.

The operation of the direct provision system is bordering on inhuman and degrading treatment, given the length of time individuals and families will have to remain in the system. Given the level of social control, poverty and enforced idleness imposed on asylum seekers for several years, the State is also violating rights to private and family life and rights to be treated equally before the law.